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KP03 WSL

2003 Mercedes-benz A-class

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2019
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

74,552 mi
Last recorded74,552 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2018
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class59,196 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP03 WSL
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelA-class
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2018 74,552 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2018 74,551 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2017 67,829 miles

both front brake hoses cracking advise change soon

Pass 28 Apr 2016 60,761 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated both (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both rear tyres has cracking on side wall and tread depth

Pass 20 May 2015 55,079 miles
Pass 30 May 2014

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1b)

Pass 22 May 2013 49,889 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 46,498 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 7 Jun 2011 42,807 miles
Pass 28 May 2010 38,840 miles

Both rear tyres are starting to crack due to age

Pass 11 Nov 2009 31,278 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2009 31,275 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Off side front tyre has a cut in outer side wall

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2009 36,746 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 34,829 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 31,870 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 26,948 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz A-class?

Based on 4,204,702 MOT tests across 368,463 vehicles.

77.6%
Pass Rate
5,763
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
368,463
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 63,616
Brake pipe excessively corroded 58,529
Stop lamp not working 50,991
Registration plate lamp not working 41,728
Brake hose excessively deteriorated 38,250
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KP03 WSL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.0% with a typical mileage of 59,196 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz A-class fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 63,616 recorded failures. If you're considering buying KP03 WSL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz A-class typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz A-class is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was KP03 WSL registered?

KP03 WSL is a 2003 Mercedes-benz A-class, first registered on 24 April 2003.

Is KP03 WSL safe to buy?

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